A Disappointing Start for Bangladesh U-19 Women in Coxs Bazar

Bangladesh U-19 women’s team stumbled in the opening match of the T20 series at the Cox’s Bazar Academy Ground, primarily due to a collective batting failure. Despite a brilliant bowling display from Jarreen Tasnim Labannya, the hosts suffered a 13-run defeat as the batters failed to complement the bowlers’ efforts.

Earlier, after winning the toss and opting to bat first, Pakistan U-19 women were bowled out for 88 in 19.4 overs. Labannya’s sharp bowling earned her four wickets, keeping the visitors under pressure throughout the innings. Yet, Bangladesh’s batting unit could not chase down what appeared to be a manageable target.

Chasing 89, Bangladesh got off to a shaky start. In the third over, Sumaiya Akter Subarna departed, followed by Sadia Islam in the next over. Maimuna Nahar Swarna Moni fell for a golden duck, worsening the collapse. When Farjana Yasmin Medha walked back at the end of the powerplay, Bangladesh were already struggling at 22 for 4.

In the midst of the crisis, Aritree Nirjana Mol tried to steady the innings, but her 20 runs off 38 balls weren’t enough to bring the team back into contention. Later, Sadia Akter scored 16 off 20, while Boby Khatun contributed 13 off 18, but their efforts also fell short. Bangladesh eventually folded for 75 in 19.5 overs.

For Pakistan, Shahar Banu starred with three wickets, while Rozina Akram and Memona Khalid picked up two wickets each. In the end, Bangladesh’s young cricketers had to pay the price for their batting collapse in the first match of the series.